coins \ Coin \ United States of America \ $1 (One Dollar) \ $1 Gold \ 1859
The 1859 $1 Gold coin, often referred to as the Gold Dollar, was minted in the United States during a time when gold coins circulated as currency. This particular year is significant as it features the Indian Princess design, created by engraver James B. Longacre. The coin contains 1/10th of an ounce of gold and is part of a series that was minted from 1849 until 1889, making it a notable collectible for numismatists. Its historical context and gold content contribute to its appeal among collectors and investors alike.
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1859 G$1 | $1 (One Dollar) | $1 Gold | 1859 | Philadelphia |
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1859 G$1 | $1 (One Dollar) | $1 Gold | 1859 | Philadelphia |
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1859-C G$1 | $1 (One Dollar) | $1 Gold | 1859 | Charlotte |
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1859-D G$1 | $1 (One Dollar) | $1 Gold | 1859 | Dahlonega |
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1859-P (Philadelphia) Gold Dollars | $1 (One Dollar) | $1 Gold | 1859 | Philadelphia |
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1859-P (Philadelphia) Gold Dollars | $1 (One Dollar) | $1 Gold | 1859 | Philadelphia |
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1859-S (San Francisco) Gold Dollars | $1 (One Dollar) | $1 Gold | 1859 | San Francisco |
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1859-S G$1 | $1 (One Dollar) | $1 Gold | 1859 | San Francisco |
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United States of America 1859 Charlotte Gold Dollars $1 (One Dollar) | $1 (One Dollar) | $1 Gold | 1859 | Charlotte |
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United States of America 1859 Dahlonega Gold Dollars $1 (One Dollar) | $1 (One Dollar) | $1 Gold | 1859 | Dahlonega |